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BARCELONA, NORTHERN SPAIN & PORTUGAL (ENGLISH ONLY – SMALL GROUP) 17 Days (2025)

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BARCELONA, NORTHERN SPAIN & PORTUGAL (ENGLISH ONLY – SMALL GROUP) 17 Days (2025)
Explore some of the most charming parts of Spain and Portugal with this scenic tour, filled with breathtaking landscapes. Start your journey by visiting some of the most historic monuments in Madrid, Spain’s revered capital city. Visit Spain’s quaint villages, historical artistic towns, bourgeois cities, pristine beaches, and spectacular fjords before arriving in Portugal. Travel through the World Heritage City of Porto and enjoy a visit to a Port wine cellar followed by wine tasting.

Inclusions:

• Guided city tour with local guides in Barcelona, Madrid, Bilbao, Santiago (Cathedral ticket included)

• Daily breakfast

• Welcome dinner in Barcelona

• Catamaran sailing experience in Barcelona

• Pintxos Dinner in Bilbao

• Dinner and cider tasting in traditional cider house in Oviedo

• Mussels and wine tasting in a Rias Baixas cruise

• Fado show and dinner in Porto

• Douro River Cruise & Port wine tasting in Porto

• Cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro

• Dinner in a local restaurant in Lisbon (seafood)

• Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid

• Farewell Dinner in Madrid 

• English-speaking Tour director throughout the journey

• Transportation in luxury coach

• Accommodation at selected hotels

• Private transfers from & to airport and from & to train station in Madrid and Barcelona

Interests
  • Small Group
16 Nights Starting At
May 18, 2025 through June 03, 2025
Book by:
May 14, 2025 7:00 PM
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza
Day 2
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Day 3
Hotel Barcelo Nervion
Day 4
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Day 5
Hotel Santemar
Day 6
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Day 7
Hotel Exe Peregrino
Day 8
N/A
Day 9
Vila Gale Porto Ribeira
Day 10
N/A
Day 11
N/A
Day 12
Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá
Day 13
Hotel Lutecia
Day 14
N/A
Day 15
AC Hotel Cuzco
Day 16
N/A
Day 17
N/A
Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Portugal & Spain

Arrive Barcelona

"Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel.

Join tour Tour Director for your Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy the opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful evening of good food and wine.(D)

Accommodation at the hotel.''

* We recommend you to select flights that arrive no later than 5 PM so you can enjoy the itinerary from the beginning.


Day 2: Portugal & Spain

Barcelona

"Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of Barcelona. Drive along the main avenues with its impressive Gaudi modernist buildings such as La Pedrera and Casa Batlló. The Montjuïc Park with spectacular views of the city and harbor, Olympic Ring, monument to Columbus and the Olympic Port. Visit the most important landmark in the city of Barcelona, Sagrada Familia. Continue to Port Vell to board a catamaran and sail along the beautiful coastline of Barcelona. Upon arrival, the crew will welcome you on board with music, a courtesy drink and a typical local tapa to start the experience in a Mediterranean style. You can sit in the shaded aft seats to feel the sea breeze, or lie on the forward nets in the sun to tan and be closer to the sea. This experience is the ideal complement to get to know Barcelona from all perspectives. The afternoon is for you to keep on discovering this city. (B)''

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 3: Portugal & Spain

Barcelona – Zaragoza – Pamplona – Bilbao

"Breakfast at the hotel. Departure southwest along an industrial and agricultural area with certain relevance within Europe. Arrive to Zaragoza, capital city of Aragón, within the banks of Ebro River, the most copious within the Iberian Peninsula. Free time to see the impressive Baroque architecture of the Basilic-Temple of Our Lady Pilar. Continue to Pamplona, internationally famous for its annual San Fermín festival, a city rich in history, with roots dating back to Roman times, and offers a variety of cultural and architectural attractions, including its medieval old town and the Gothic-style Cathedral. Depart to Bilbao. (B)''

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 4: Portugal & Spain

Bilbao – San Sebastian – Bilbao

"Breakfast at the hotel. Take a Bilbao city tour and discover its most recent developments. Time at leisure for you to explore the esplanade where The Guggenheim Museum is located in order for you to admire this modern architectural building. Continue to San Sebastian in the afternoon, one of the most famous tourist destinations where they hold the International Film Festival. Panoramic city tour of this marvel style bourgeois city, seeing the extraordinary landscape dominated by the bay and the magnificent La Concha beach. We will approach Mount Igueldo, to contemplate the marvelous views of the city. Free time to stroll through this elegant city. Back in Bilbao, enjoy dinner at local restaurant to taste the famous typical “pintxos”, Basque name for tapas. (B, D)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 5: Portugal & Spain

Bilbao – Castro Urdiales – Santander

"Breakfast at hotel. Bound for Asturias, famous Green Spain, we will proceed to the old fishing village “Castro Urdiales”. Time at leisure. Depart to Santander, a port city located between the sea and the mountains, well known for its Sardinero Beach. (B)''

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 6: Portugal & Spain

Santander – Santillana Del Mar – Cova donga – Oviedo

"Breakfast at hotel. Depart to Santillana del Mar, one of the most important historical artistic towns in Spain. It contains architectural treasures such as the Collegiate of Santa Juliana, a Jewel of the Romanesque Architecture in Cantabria. Continue to Covadonga, where you will have free time to see the Sanctuary and the Grotto where you will see the patroness of Asturias our Lady of Covadonga. In the afternoon, departure to Oviedo, where you will see on a series of hills the beauty of Saint Maria de Naranco Church, Jewel of the pre Romanic Asturian architecture. Free time to explore Oviedo, many of its streets are pedestrian, where you will be able to see World Heritage sites like The Cathedral, a splendid example of gothic Asturian architecture. Join your fellow travelers to dine at a traditional cider house. (B, D)''

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 7: Portugal & Spain

Oviedo – Mondonedo – Lugo – Santiago De Compostela

"Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Galician lands. On the way to Lugo, take a short stop at Mondoñedo. Time at leisure to visit the 13th century Cathedral and try the delicious “Mondoñedo cake”. Continue to Lugo. Time at leisure to explore the Roman remains that still retains like its walls, declared World Heritage. We finally approach Santiago de Compostela´s holly land, declared World Heritage, as it is the most important center of Christian Pilgrimages in Spain as the end of the Camino de Santiago. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 8: Portugal & Spain

Santiago De Compostela

"Breakfast at the hotel. Join a Santiago city tour where you will see the main square called Obradoiro and the Cathedral (entrance included) dedicated to the Apostle Santiago. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the narrow cobblestone streets. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 9: Portugal & Spain

Santiago De Compostela – Rias Bajas – Porto

"Breakfast at the hotel. Depart towards one of the most marvelous areas of Galicia, the Rias Bajas (Spanish Fjords). Continue to the Ria de Arosa, where will do a cruise, with tasting of the typical wines and mussels. Bound for the Portuguese border to reach Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European towns, and proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 10: Portugal & Spain

Porto

"Breakfast at the hotel. Take a guided sightseeing tour of Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a Douro River Cruise and discover famous Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting experience included. Rest of day at leisure. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 11: Portugal & Spain

Porto.

"Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to share a typical fado show with dinner with your fellow travelers. (B, D)

Accommodation at the hotel. "


Day 12: Portugal & Spain

Porto – Aveiro – Coimbra

"After breakfast, we depart to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname “The Venice of Portugal”. We will enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat used for navigating the canals of Aveiro, before heading to Coimbra. We will meet the local guide for a tour of Coimbra, a historic city known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), charming medieval streets, and beautiful riverfront. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 13: Portugal & Spain

Coimbra –Batalha – Nazare– Lisbon

"Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré. Free time and continue to Lisbon.

In Lisbon, we will cross the Tagus River to Cacilhas and enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant featuring seafood.(B, D)''

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 14: Portugal & Spain

Lisbon

"After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square & Liberty Avenue. Afternoon at leisure for you to catch the nostalgic corners of Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to its Castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting “Ruas” full of color housing the genuine “tabernas”. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this magnificent city. (B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 15: Portugal & Spain

Lisbon – Merida – Madrid

"Breakfast at the hotel and depart for Merida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore its rich historical heritage before continuing to Madrid .(B)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 16: Portugal & Spain

Madrid

"Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the beauties of the city with a guided city tour. Barrio de la Morería, the Hapsburgs District, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. During the visit, we will taste the typical chocolate with churros, the most Madrid-style snack. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. (B, D)"

Accommodation at the hotel.


Day 17: Portugal & Spain

Depart Madrid

"After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport. (B)?

End of our Services.


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SITA provides above and beyond travel experiences for women. Our women's itineraries are colorful and enhanced with speakers, inside visits and unusual sites. Solo women clients are not all single, we have mothers and daughters and gal pals who like to travel with other fun adventurous women. SITA creates exciting travel programs with the personalize service that women want.

Family Friendly / Multi-Generational

These tours are designed specifically for the multi-generational family travelling together. The tours provide an array of day-to-day activities to satisfy every member of a mixed age group. Whether it is a curious young child, an energetic parent or a grandparent wanting a little more relaxation, SITA has created unique tours for you

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Are you looking for an Active Adventure on your next vacation? SITA can plan a fun, action and adrenaline packed itinerary. We offer treks in Peru, zip lining in Costa Rica, an Amazon adventure in Brazil, bungee jumping in New Zealand, white water rafting in Zambia and so much more.

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SITA offers spiritual tours to many of our destinations worldwide. Our specially designed tours include visits to religious shrines, churches, and temples based on certain faiths as well as tours designed to fulfil the spiritual needs for thanks, blessings, forgiveness, and inner peace.

Festivals

What better way to enhance your itinerary than to visit a local festival while in destination. Visit China during the New Year festival, celebrate Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, see the Cherry Blossoms in bloom in Japan, travel to Taiwan for the Lantern festival, drink a stein of beer at Oktoberfest in Germany or travel to India for the Diwali celebration. No matter what the occasion, SITA will make the arrangements for you to get the most of local festivals.

Wellness

Are you looking for a relaxing beach vacation, a luxurious spa holiday or a yoga retreat? SITA World Tours can customize your wellness vacation. A popular option is Ayurvedic therapeutic treatment in South India, which is one of the oldest holistic healing systems in the world.

Women’s Travel

SITA provides above and beyond travel experiences for women. Our women's itineraries are colorful and enhanced with speakers, inside visits and unusual sites. Solo women clients are not all single, we have mothers and daughters and gal pals who like to travel with other fun adventurous women. SITA creates exciting travel programs with the personalize service that women want.

Family Friendly / Multi-Generational

These tours are designed specifically for the multi-generational family travelling together. The tours provide an array of day-to-day activities to satisfy every member of a mixed age group. Whether it is a curious young child, an energetic parent or a grandparent wanting a little more relaxation, SITA has created unique tours for you

Active & Adventure

Are you looking for an Active Adventure on your next vacation? SITA can plan a fun, action and adrenaline packed itinerary. We offer treks in Peru, zip lining in Costa Rica, an Amazon adventure in Brazil, bungee jumping in New Zealand, white water rafting in Zambia and so much more.

Spiritual Tourism

SITA offers spiritual tours to many of our destinations worldwide. Our specially designed tours include visits to religious shrines, churches, and temples based on certain faiths as well as tours designed to fulfil the spiritual needs for thanks, blessings, forgiveness, and inner peace.

Festivals

What better way to enhance your itinerary than to visit a local festival while in destination. Visit China during the New Year festival, celebrate Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, see the Cherry Blossoms in bloom in Japan, travel to Taiwan for the Lantern festival, drink a stein of beer at Oktoberfest in Germany or travel to India for the Diwali celebration. No matter what the occasion, SITA will make the arrangements for you to get the most of local festivals.

Wellness

Are you looking for a relaxing beach vacation, a luxurious spa holiday or a yoga retreat? SITA World Tours can customize your wellness vacation. A popular option is Ayurvedic therapeutic treatment in South India, which is one of the oldest holistic healing systems in the world.

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With over 90 years of exemplary service in travel, SITA World Tours is the go-to tour operator  for exotic destinations worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles, SITA is renowned for its highly experienced team of international specialists and is dedicated to travel excellence in every element of its tours. SITA is a deluxe, luxury tour operator specializing in customized, Group and FIT travel.  Our well planned tours focus on a destination’s culture, history and are provided with the greatest value while ensuring the client’s every request. Service both during the reservations process and while in destination is always provided efficiently and our call center of experienced and well traveled consultants are available 7 days a week.

SITA is an Active Member of the United States Tour Operator’s Association (USTOA) which includes a $1 million Travelers Assistance Program. We uphold the travel industry’s highest standards with unparalleled quality service.  

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About SITA

With over 90 years of exemplary service in travel, SITA World Tours is the go-to tour operator  for exotic destinations worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles, SITA is renowned for its highly experienced team of international specialists and is dedicated to travel excellence in every element of its tours. SITA is a deluxe, luxury tour operator specializing in customized, Group and FIT travel.  Our well planned tours focus on a destination’s culture, history and are provided with the greatest value while ensuring the client’s every request. Service both during the reservations process and while in destination is always provided efficiently and our call center of experienced and well traveled consultants are available 7 days a week.

SITA is an Active Member of the United States Tour Operator’s Association (USTOA) which includes a $1 million Travelers Assistance Program. We uphold the travel industry’s highest standards with unparalleled quality service.  

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